Lead Aircraft Design Engineer - Onsite Waco (Sign-On Bonus)

Jobtome; Abbott (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking a Lead, Mechanical Design Engineer - Aircraft for our Modernization and Modifications Group in Waco, TX. The role focuses on designing aircraft primary and secondary structures, integrating airborne systems, and producing drawings across the product lifecycle.

You will use Creo Parametric or NX for solid modeling and 2D drawings, collaborate with manufacturing, and lead design efforts while mentoring junior engineers. A US security clearance may be required for eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent.
• Graduate degree preferred with relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain US Secret security clearance is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and liaison of aircraft primary and secondary structure using 3D CAD.
• Coordinate with production for interpretation of drawings and designs.
• Prepare and release engineering drawings within schedule and budget.
• Generate bids for change orders and new pursuits.
• Document and review designs with peers, management, and customers.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of mechanical design principles for aircraft structure and components.
• Demonstrate strong analytic and communication skills.
• Work in aircraft hangar environments and travel as required (<10%).

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering

Graduate Degree preferred

Tools

Creo Parametric

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

Job description

L3Harris is seeking a Lead, Mechanical Design Engineer - Aircraft for our Modernization and Modifications Group in Waco, TX. The role focuses on designing aircraft primary and secondary structures, integrating airborne systems, and producing drawings across the product lifecycle.

You will use Creo Parametric or NX for solid modeling and 2D drawings, collaborate with manufacturing, and lead design efforts while mentoring junior engineers. A US security clearance may be required for eligibility.